NEET Solved Paper 2016 Question 7

Question: Emerson’s enhancement effect and Red drop have been instrumental in the discovery of:

Options:

A) Photophosphorylation and non - cyclic electron transport

B) Two photosystems operating simultaneously

C) Photophosphorylation and cyclic electron transport

D) Oxidative phosphorylation

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

  • Red drop occurs due decreased functioning of PS-II beyond 680 nm and when both PS-I and PS-II are functioning together there is enhancement in quantum yield.